International Bridging Programme for Postgraduate Studies .

The International Bridging Programme at TU Dublin is an intensive programme developed especially for international students who need further English language preparation to progress to postgraduate or PhD studies at TU Dublin. If you have already met the academic requirements for direct entry and just need to further improve your English, it is the ideal pathway for you. The fee is €3,500.

There are international bridging programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD preparation. The IELTS entry requirement is 0.5 of a band less than the direct entry requirement. This is overall 6.5 for most programmes. Upon successful completion of the programme you are guaranteed a place on your destination programme of choice. No further IELTS is required

The following modules are covered:

• English for Academic Writing & Reading
• Communicative Competence in English
• Introduction to Higher Education/Research Skills

This course develops the following core skills:

• Reviewing and writing academic essays and reports in English
• Studying and researching independently
• Communicating effectively with fellow students and lecturing staff
• Presenting
• Academic and Cultural Conventions in Ireland
• Managing your study and leisure time
• Working more effectively using university IT systems
• Understanding and applying  basic concepts of your chosen discipline

You will be assessed regularly throughout the programme through continuous assessment and homework assignments. This is used to monitor your progress throughout the programme. You will also be required to complete a number of final assessments for each of your modules.

Applications for this course are now open.

• July 2026 Intake: Apply Now – Non EU Applicants

For further information on the application process, please visit How To Apply.

Upon successful completion of the programme you are guaranteed a place on your destination programme of choice. No further IELTS is required.